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Gadgets
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

5 Key Takeaways: How Drones Transform Hurricane Preparedness

Coastal homeowners should use drones to inspect roofs, document storm risks, support insurance claims, and assist contractors in providing accurate repair assessments.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

America's Most-Wanted Home-Design Trends in 2025: Four Cities, Four Visions, One Climate-Smart Future

Homebuyer priorities are shifting toward climate resilience, energy efficiency, and regionally informed, storm-ready designs rather than purely square footage.
fromCity Limits
4 weeks ago

It's Hurricane Season in NY. These Tips Will Help You Protect Your Home

"Building financial resiliency is a crucial part in preparing for climate disasters," said Theodora Makris, senior program manager at the Center for NYC Neighborhoods (CNYCN). Makris explains that getting flood insurance, which you can read more about here, and creating an emergency fund ahead of the next big storm is the best way to protect your home from a severe weather event. And New Yorkers are no strangers to harsh storms.
New York City
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Florida says it's evaluating storm evacuation options at Alligator Alcatraz

Lack of public hurricane evacuation plan for Alligator Alcatraz raises safety concerns before hurricane season.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

A $50 million 'flood-proof' mansion in bayfront Miami. Here are 5 takeaways

G House combines luxury and climate resilience to endure severe flooding and storms.
LA real estate
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

$50 million 'flood proof bunker' rises on Biscayne Bay. Is mansion a model for the future?

The 'G House' is a $50 million flood-resistant mansion in Palmetto Bay, boasting luxury features like a golf course and an elevated design.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

One of the Stupidest Decisions and Policies I've Ever Heard Of': Democratic Senator Goes off on DHS Secretary

Sen. Kim criticized Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for a policy that delayed the federal response to the Texas floods, hindering FEMA's assistance.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
1 month ago

This power station just kept my lights on during an outage (and it's nearly 40% off for Prime Day)

EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra is a whole-home backup system designed for emergencies, currently discounted by 37%.
US politics
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Alligator Alcatraz opened Tuesday ready for a hurricane - but not a summer shower

Heavy rain flooded the newly opened migrant detention center, Alligator Alcatraz, despite assurances it could withstand hurricane winds.
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SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

House Democrat Warns FEMA Is Going to Fail This Summer' Due to Funding Cuts

FEMA risks failing this summer due to budget cuts and management issues, jeopardizing disaster response efforts.
SF politics
fromWIRED
4 months ago

FEMA Isn't Ready for Disaster Season, Workers Say

FEMA employees express serious concerns about the agency's readiness for disasters amid uncertainty and possible staff cuts.
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Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Storms and bad weather? How to prep your tech ahead of possible emergencies

Be proactive with tech preparedness as the hurricane season approaches.
Essential items include power banks, emergency radios, and first-aid kits for weather-related emergencies.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

'All feet on the ground': Red Cross South Florida needs volunteers for hurricane season

Rodriguez said she initially felt anxious about her performance after responding to a fatal fire, but was reassured by the Red Cross mental health team's support.
Non-profit organizations
Renovation
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Live in a hurricane-prone area? Here's how to prepare your home for flooding

Climate change is intensifying flooding, making it crucial for homeowners to prepare for future storms.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

NOAA Warns of an 'Above-normal Hurricane' Season This Year With 19 Projected Storms-What Travelers Should Know

2025 hurricane season may be the strongest with a 60% chance of above-normal activity.
NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Amelia Earhart's Turbulent Relationship

Amelia Earhart's final flights were marked by recklessness influenced by her husband, leading to perilous situations beyond her flying capabilities.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
3 months ago

We Thought a $130K Investment Would Hurricane-Proof Our Home - Then Hurricane Michael Destroyed It

Investing in hurricane-proofing does not guarantee safety from extreme weather events, as demonstrated by Hurricane Michael's impact on the author's home.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Spending Only $150 on Specialized Inspection Saves Louisiana Homeowner Thousands of Dollars: This Is What He Did

"I was hoping we'd save a few hundred dollars at most, but it was much more than that," Kiernan told local news outlet WWL Louisiana.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Publix, Aldi and Whole Foods plan summer openings in South Florida. See details

Aldi is expanding its presence in South Florida by adding five new stores by fall 2025, including two former Winn-Dixie locations.
Miami food
US politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Trump Scales Back Emergency Funds as Hurricane Season Starts

Trump's administration is reducing federal disaster assistance despite prior promises to improve crisis management and preparedness for future storms.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Are you ready for hurricane season? See forecast, get tips - and don't do this

Hurricane season in South Florida runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, with NOAA predicting 13-19 named storms, urging residents to prepare adequately.
Miami food
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Hurricane season begins June 1. This Florida emergency official reveals what keeps her up at night

"Our entire island chain is surrounded by water. We have more water than we do land mass. Being uniquely situated between the two large bodies of water makes us very vulnerable."
Miami food
US news
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Millions of Americans told to stock up on emergency supplies NOW

NOAA predicts an above-average 2025 hurricane season, urging Americans to prepare now.
NYC politics
fromFast Company
3 months ago

DOE redirects $365 million from Puerto Rico's solar projects to oil-dependent power grid

Funding for solar projects in Puerto Rico is diverted to improve the power grid, raising concerns just before hurricane season.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Peak heat and rain season has arrived. Triple threat of hurricane season is next

Miami-Dade County residents are urged to prepare for extreme weather including hurricanes, flooding, and high heat as hurricane season approaches.
New York City
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Governor launches new 333111 real-time emergency and weather alert system

New York launches a new emergency and weather alert system called "Triple Three Triple One."
Residents can text to enroll for real-time alerts from their county.
NYC LGBT
fromsilive
4 months ago

NYC to reduce access to 2 major tunnels overnight for flood door testing

MTA will conduct overnight flood testing at the Hugh L. Carey and Queens-Midtown tunnels from May 7 to June 1.
Environment
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Are backyard solar panels legit? I tested one, and here's how it saved me $30 a month

EcoFlow's bifacial solar panels offer an innovative and efficient way to harness solar energy for homes and camping.
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